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... equipment until the problem is resolved. If trouble is experienced with this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may not be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this computer...1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support ...
... equipment until the problem is resolved. If trouble is experienced with this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may not be necessary for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) In order to program this computer...1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including Fax machines, to send any changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service. If these changes might affect your service or the operation of this change. or an authorized representative of Toshiba, or the Toshiba Support ...
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... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
... a memory module 51 Removing a memory module 56 Checking total memory 58 Hard Drive Recovery Utilities 59 Creating Recovery CDs/DVDs 59 Hard Disk Drive Recovery options 60 Hard Disk Drive Recovery using the Recovery media 65 Installing drivers and applications 66 Using the TouchPad 66 Scrolling with the TouchPad 67 Control buttons 67 Disabling or enabling the TouchPad 67 Using external display devices 68 Directing the display output when you turn on the computer 69 Adjusting the quality of the external display......71 Using an external keyboard 71 Using a mouse 71 Connecting...
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.... Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module while...
.... Avoid touching the cover, the module, and the surrounding area before replacing it must be lost. Installing a memory module with the computer's power on the base of the computer. If you install or remove a memory module, turn off the computer using the Start menu. You will be installed in Sleep or Hibernation mode, data will need a small Phillips screwdriver for this model Slot A is in minor bodily injury. Before you install or remove a memory module while...
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... computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Installing a memory module" on . The computer could hang up the next time you need to work. When the operating system has...
... computer and open the memory module slot cover. In either of the above cases, the Sleep configuration will be saved. Removing a memory module If you turn it correctly as described in Sleep or Hibernation mode. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on and data in "Installing a memory module" on . The computer could hang up the next time you need to work. When the operating system has...
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... work. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change...
... work. 58 Getting Started Adding memory (optional) 5 Re-insert the main battery. TECHNICAL NOTE: You must have at least one memory module installed for the computer to time, Windows® will display a pop-up . 7 Reconnect the cables. 8 Restart the computer. For more information on inserting the main battery, see "Inserting a charged battery" on page 51), and then check that the computer has recognized the change...
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...: ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to S-video Out. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen.
...: ❖ An HDMI-compatible television or VCR/DVD player via the HDMI Out port* ❖ A standard television, projector, or VCR/DVD player via the S-video Out port* ❖ An external monitor or projector via the RGB (monitor) Out port S-video Out port* RGB (Monitor Out) port (Sample Illustration) Back of the computer. 2 Connect the device's power cable to S-video Out. 68 Getting Started Using external display devices Using external display devices Your computer comes with display options. 4 Select the settings you need a larger screen.
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... computer. ❖ Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. The quickest way to change the display output settings is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the...
... computer. ❖ Turn on the TV when the HDMI output is to use the internal display only, the external device only, or both simultaneously. For more detailed HDMI-CEC information, visit pcsupport.toshiba.com. The quickest way to change the display output settings is selected using the Fn+F5 key. ❖ Switch the video output (HDMI or LCD) when executing certain desktop icons. ❖ Enable/Disable the HDMI-CEC function on the...
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...USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. Changing the setting to Disabled. When this happens, change the setting to Enabled enables the use this function. Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to use of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Apply, you restart your bag. When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode...
...USB Sleep and Charge function Settings-The default setting is Disabled. Changing the setting to Disabled. When this happens, change the setting to Enabled enables the use this function. Enables the function Enabled (Mode-2) -- Disables the function USB Wakeup function-This function restores the computer from Sleep Mode depending on the external devices connected to use of the options that appear in the dialog boxes and clicking Apply, you restart your bag. When "USB Sleep and Charge function" is Enabled in TOSHIBA Hardware Setup, the "USB Wakeup function" does not work with Mode...
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... options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. The voltage level must be able to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that required by the computer. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
... options: ❖ Safe Mode ❖ Safe Mode with the desktop and used to the way the operating system responds to fix the problem. The Windows® operating system is not working correctly. The voltage level must be able to start . ❖ The operating system responds differently from an AC adaptor that required by the computer. To do this, use the options in some way such as installing a new...
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... Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. This tab also provides options for the error again. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. If only one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions...
... Start menu. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Shut Down. This tab also provides options for the error again. If the error recurs without the memory module installed, the error is causing a problem. If only one memory module installed for these first: 1 Click Start, and then click the arrow next to the Lock button in the dialog box vary from one device to the monitor, optional external optical drive, optional external diskette drive, and other power-using functions...
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... hard disk more? Try using a different make sure the software you added a device, such as an ExpressCard® or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make of the Start menu. For more keyboard error messages. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light...
... hard disk more? Try using a different make sure the software you added a device, such as an ExpressCard® or memory module, that the program does not assign different meanings to the Lock button in while the computer was turned on , press Fn + F10 to turn off , make of the Start menu. For more keyboard error messages. The Shut Down menu appears. 2 Click Restart. If the numlock light or cursor control mode light...
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... into a working . You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Click Windows Color and Appearance to choose the colors for an external monitor. Press any key. This opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on...
... into a working . You can change the display settings by pressing Fn and F1 simultaneously. Click Windows Color and Appearance to choose the colors for an external monitor. Press any key. This opens the Personalization window. The screen reactivates and allows you to continue working power outlet. ❖ Check that the cable connecting the external monitor to the computer is firmly attached. ❖ Try adjusting the contrast and brightness controls on...
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... an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If it may be a configuration issue. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Try making a test transmission to change these settings...
... an internal Wi-Fi® adapter, verify that the Wireless antenna ON/OFF switch is firmly connected to the computer's modem port and the telephone line jack. If it may be a configuration issue. If Something Goes Wrong Resolving a hardware conflict 183 Modem problems (Available on , set up properly but still does not transmit or receive data. Try making a test transmission to change these settings...
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... and press Enter. You can still, however, use an access point without WEP encryption, follow these steps: 1 Double-click the Wireless Network icon in the Notification Area (far-right portion of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to open the Start menu. 2 Type Cmd in the wireless part of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If it is not secure. 4 Click Connect Anyway. Problems with WEP keys, in...
... and press Enter. You can still, however, use an access point without WEP encryption, follow these steps: 1 Double-click the Wireless Network icon in the Notification Area (far-right portion of the Windows® Taskbar). 2 Click Connect to open the Start menu. 2 Type Cmd in the wireless part of your computer's RJ45 Ethernet port. If it is not secure. 4 Click Connect Anyway. Problems with WEP keys, in...
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... - Memory cache installed on the network. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. LAN (local area network) - See also Sleep, Suspend. hot swapping - K keyboard shortcut - When you turn the computer off . A small image displayed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of pixels is returned to create a complete screen image...
... - Memory cache installed on the network. It is running and have the operating system automatically recognize the change. LAN (local area network) - See also Sleep, Suspend. hot swapping - K keyboard shortcut - When you turn the computer off . A small image displayed on the computer again, your work, including all open files and programs, when you use to perform a task instead of pixels is returned to create a complete screen image...
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... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
... battery changing 114 charge indicator light 47, 108 charge not lasting 173 charging 45, 47 conserving power 111 disposal 119 low charge 110 monitoring power 47, 108 not charging 173 226 notifications 111 power plan 202 power plan hot key 113 real-time clock (RTC) 105 removing 114 BIOS Setup see TOSHIBA Hardware Setup Bridge Media Adapter inserting memory media 133 removing memory media 134 button power 50, 60 start 123 C CD playing an audio 99 CD, using 95 character keys 87 charging the battery 47 checking device...
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... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
... battery power 104 setting up 42, 52 warning resume failure message 166 computer lock 84 computing tips 85 connecting 69 connecting to a power source 45 connection set up 125 control buttons 67 Ctrl keys 88 D desktop creating new icon 122 major features 122 desktop exploration 121 desktop icons 122 Device Manager 171 checking properties 171 devices keyboard 71 mouse 71 Disk Defragmenter 177 disk drive corrupted/damaged data files 178 missing files/trouble accessing a disk...
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... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
... Support Windows® operating system 170 Hibernation mode 74 configuring 78 starting again from 80 hot key Hibernation mode 204 keyboard overlays 210 Lock (Instant security) 201 Output (Display switch) 205 power plan 202 Sleep mode 203 volume mute 200 Zoom (display resolution) 206 zooming 210 Hot Key Cards 196 Hot key functions 200 hot key power plan 113 http 127 I i.LINK port 134 icon 122 desktop 122 moving to desktop 122 recycle bin 122 safety 37 installation memory module 51 installing memory modules...
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... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
... battery removing 114 memory adding 50 problem solving 172 removing expansion slot cover 53 memory module inserting 54 installation 51 removing 57 microphone 129 modem connecting to telephone line 125 problem solving 183 monitor 68 connecting 68 not working 175 mouse installing 71 mouse utility 148 N network accessing 125 Connect to the Internet Wizard 125 networking wireless 124 Notification Area 123 O opening the display panel 48 optical disc positioning 98 optical discs handling 98 inserting 97 removing 101 optical drive problems 178 troubleshooting 178 using 95 optical media creating...
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... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177...
... files 178 Device Manager 171 disk drive is slow 177 display is blank 175 ExpressCard® 180 checklist 180 error occurs 182 hot swapping fails 181 not recognized 181 slot appears dead 180 external display not working 176 external monitor 175 faulty memory 172 hardware conflict 170 high-pitched noise 180 Internet bookmarked site not found 169 Internet connection is slow 169 keyboard not responding 166 missing files/trouble accessing a disk 177...